Post Your favorite healthy recipe

[corie161]

Insprired by the obesity thread, I would be interested in seeing some great healthy recipes, as I am guilty of the quick fast meal way too often. Most of the time I've found my problem to be that I'm a finicky eater and just can't for some reason learn to like most of those veggies.

So, inspire me.....

 

[kimwim8]

My favorite quick AND healthy recipe is my turkey chili.

I brown ground turkey breast, then drain the grease (if any). Dump in a jar of salsa and 1/2 packet of chili seasoning. Then stir and simmer for 15 minutes or so.

MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!

I can't wait to hear some others. I'm in a rut!! Thanks corie161!

 

[offwegotoneverland]

using pita bread instead of the big bun and always always buying whole wheat high fibre vs white bread products.

For my fave healthy receipe it's my homemade veggie soup.

1 can drained kidney beans 14oz (or not if you like a murky style soup)
1 can diced tomatoes 28oz
2 diced & peeled potatoes
3 diced & peeled carrots
1 finely diced onion
1 chopped (half moon if larger coins if smaller) zuchinni (yellow is good too)
1 cup chopped grean beans (or yellow)

2-3 cups water

add all ingredients to crock pot...put on low come back and eat in about 6-8 hours. feel free to add whatever other veggies you have on hand (broccli stems are good as is cut up cabbage)

Frozen ones will also work...but not frozen hash brown pototoes as they have oil on them already.

 

[Lynn CC]

I love a nice mozzarella salad on a hot summer night...no cooking!
I slice tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh avocado, red pepper (really thin)and red onion(really thin). Then chop up some fresh oregano, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic or wine vinegar. I like wine vinegar, my family likes balsamic.

Another quick meal that I make is a veggie stir fry. If you have a deep pan or a wok they work great. Slice any kind of fresh veges you like. I use a veg that everyone in the family likes, this way they'll eat it!
I use summer and zucchini squash, red, orange, yellow and green pepper, baby corn, onion and mushrooms. Saute them in olive oil.
Then I add a can of tomato paste with some water, a bouillon and some cooked potatoes (cubed).
Let it simmer and serve over rice or noodles whichever you like. It's very tasty and easy to make. Every time I have company they love it for some reason.
I make a lot of soups in the summer too, I know it's hot but it's easy one pot, and everything is homemade and healthy.
www.lowcarbcookworx.com is a website that I often get a lot of my healthy recipes from and my family loves them. They are all really tasty, I've made several recipes from their websites to get the recipes just click on episodes at the top of the page. The only thing I made that didn't come out that great was the flourless chocolate cake, I think I'll try again though. Everything else was really great and everyone in the family ate and enjoyed.

 

[sjh801]

This recipe is healthy, easy and delicious. It came from a friend of mine and I'm making it tomorrow night!

Stuffed Cabbage Casserole ​

1 small head of cabbage
1 lb. ground beef
1 small onion, diced
¼ C. uncooked rice
*1 can tomato soup
*1 soup can of water
*Variation: You can substitute the following for the tomato soup and water.
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 6 oz can of tomato paste
1 6 oz. can of water


Brown ground beef and onion. Add rice and place in a casserole. Cut cabbage in half inch wedges and place on top of meat and rice mixture.

Mix tomato soup and water. Heat and pour over all.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 ½ hours or cook in Crockpot on high for about 2 hours.

 

[nickelsfamily]

My fav. high protien side dish (or snack) is a cold lentil salad.

Soak, drain and cook your lentils according to the bag. I cook mine in a veg or chicken stock. Drain. Cut up cucumber, red onion, red pepper and parsley (you can add or change your miins). Mix with lentils and add in Italian dressing (to your liking) I like a good amount. Add feta cheese and put in the fridge for a couple of hours.

 

[mtemm]

I'm pretty picky when it comes to veggies, especially when I was a child. I've discovered over the years, though, that it isn't so much the veggies, but rather the preparation of them, that is my problem. I like a pretty wide range now, but have learned they don't have to be cooked to mush. ewww. I never thought I would like a green bean until I had some that were barely steamed...still nice and crisp. omg, so good. same with most veggies that I've come to love. I'm also not a sauce person, and mom used to always put sauces on asparagus and broccoli. asparagus is now one of my favorite veggies, but again, just lightly steamed/still crisp for me. broccoli, however, will most likely never find its way to my heart. or stomach.

 

[Meriweather]

These are all from Rachael Ray and I cook them over and over, they are so good.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Calabasitas Casserole

Recipe By :Rachael Ray
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Casseroles Foreign


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups corn
4 cloves garlic -- chopped
2 jalapeno peppers -- chopped
2 small zucchini -- diced
1 medium yellow squash -- diced
1 medium onion -- chopped
14 ounces canned tomatoes -- chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
salt and pepper
3 scallions -- sliced
3 ounces Monterey jack cheese -- shredded
Polenta:
2 3/4 cups water
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt

Saute corn, garlic, peppers for 3 minutes.
Add zucchini, squash, onion, salt, pepper and chili powder. Cook 7-8 minutes.
Add tomatoes. Heat.
Put in baking dish.
Cut polenta 1/2" thick lengthwise. Place over filling in dish. Top with cheese.
Bake 350º for 8-10 minutes.
Garnish with scallions.

Polenta: Bring 2 3/4 cup water to boil.
Mix together cornmeal, salt and 1 cup water. Slowly add to boiling water.
Reduce hear. Cover.
Cook 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Put in loaf pan.
Cover and chill 30 minutes until firm.
Bake 350º for 20 minutes.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Turkey Chili

Recipe By :Rachael Ray
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chicken/Turkey Soup


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 pounds ground turkey
2 palms chili powder
2 palms steak seasoning -- Montreal
1 palm cumin
1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce
hot sauce -- to taste
1 green bell pepper -- chopped
1 red bell pepper -- chopped
1 onion -- chopped
1/2 bottle beer or stock
15 ounces tomato sauce
1/4 cup hickory BBQ sauce

Brown meat.
Add seasonings.
Add vegetables. Saute 5-7 minutes.
Add liquids.
Simmer 1 hour on low.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Turkey Burgers

Recipe By :Rachael Ray
Serving Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chicken/Turkey Sandwiches


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon grill seasoning -- Montreal
1/2 onion -- chopped
1/4 red bell pepper -- chopped
2 cloves garlic -- chopped
1 tablespoon hot sauce -- to taste

Mix it all up.
Grill.

 

[pearlieq]

Here's a pretty easy recipe for when you want a change of pace:

Chicken & Veggie Curry

--1 T. vegetable oil
--1 onion, chopped (or 1 cup frozen chopped onions)
--2 t. minced garlic
--1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite size pieces
--1 to 2 T curry powder (adjust to taste)
--1 t. paprika
--1 t. pepper
--1 t. salt
--1 can evaporated skim milk
--4 cups chopped fresh or frozen veggies (carrots, cauliflower, peas, or anything else you like)
--3/4 cup raisins or chopped apple (optional)

Heat oil on medium-high in a large saute pan or wok. Add onion and garlic and cook until the onions are softened. Add chicken and cook through.

When chicken is done, add spices and the can of evaporated skim milk. Stir to combine, then reduce heat to medium and add veggies and raisins (if using). Cook veggies to desired degree of doneness.

Serve over brown rice or with roasted potatoes. This is even better the next day.

Brown rice is not too quick to make on the fly, but here's an oven recipe from Alton Brown that can be done ahead and heated up as needed:

Oven Brown Rice

1 1/2 cups brown rice, medium or short grain
2 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Place the rice into an 8-inch square glass baking dish.

Bring the water, butter, and salt just to a boil in a kettle or covered saucepan. Once the water boils, pour it over the rice, stir to combine, and cover the dish tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 1 hour.

After 1 hour, remove cover and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately.

 

[crazelion]

The recipes so far is great. It looks really simple to make. I have hard time eating healthty because I'm to lazy to take the time to cook.

Thanks for starting this thread. I'm learning some good healthty recipes to try now.

 

[disdanny]

Deep-Fried Twinkies

Ingredients
6 Twinkies
Popsicle sticks
4 cups vegetable oil
Flour for dusting
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 Tablespoon oil
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Chill or freeze Twinkies for several hours or overnight.

2. Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in deep fryer to about 375 degrees.

3. Mix together milk, vinegar and oil.

4. In another bowl, blend flour, baking powder and salt.

5. Whisk wet ingredients into dry and continue mixing until smooth. Refrigerate while oil heats.

6. Push stick into Twinkie lengthwise, leaving about 2 inches to use as a handle, dust with flour and dip into the batter. Rotate Twinkie until batter covers entire cake.

7. Place carefully in hot oil. The Twinkie will float, so hold it under with a utensil to ensure even browning. It should turn golden in 3 to 4 minutes. Depending on the size of your deep fryer, you might be able to fry only one at a time, two at the most.

8. Remove Twinkie to paper towel and let drain. Remove stick and allow Twinkie to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

 

[nickelsfamily]

Deep-Fried Twinkies

Ingredients
6 Twinkies
Popsicle sticks
4 cups vegetable oil
Flour for dusting
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 Tablespoon oil
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Chill or freeze Twinkies for several hours or overnight.

2. Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in deep fryer to about 375 degrees.

3. Mix together milk, vinegar and oil.

4. In another bowl, blend flour, baking powder and salt.

5. Whisk wet ingredients into dry and continue mixing until smooth. Refrigerate while oil heats.

6. Push stick into Twinkie lengthwise, leaving about 2 inches to use as a handle, dust with flour and dip into the batter. Rotate Twinkie until batter covers entire cake.

7. Place carefully in hot oil. The Twinkie will float, so hold it under with a utensil to ensure even browning. It should turn golden in 3 to 4 minutes. Depending on the size of your deep fryer, you might be able to fry only one at a time, two at the most.

8. Remove Twinkie to paper towel and let drain. Remove stick and allow Twinkie to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Sorry, I have to laugh at this.... do people really eat this sort of thing?

 

[disdanny]

Sorry, I have to laugh at this.... do people really eat this sort of thing?

Only when I run out of deep fried Oreos!!!

 

[snowwite]

Only when I run out of deep fried Oreos!!!

OMG My pal lives in MN and I understand that at the county fair they will batter and deep fry ANYTHING! Fried twinkies,candy bars etc.Yuk!


Here is my recipe:
Thawed frozen bread dough(I like the garlic pesto one)
drained chopped frozen spinach
1/2 chopped vidalia onion
1/2 c feta
1/2c mozarella
Put cheese and veggies inside flattened dough
Fold up and pinch like a turnover and bake 350 until outside brown
Yummy

 

[Mermaid02]

Here's my favorite.

Get glass- put under faucet- turn on faucet- fill glass with water- lift to mouth- drink- ENJOY!